St Helena Island Real Estate

Welcome to St. Helena Island, a hidden gem nestled in Beaufort County, South Carolina. This charming coastal community offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture, making it an ideal place to call home.

St. Helena Island is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, featuring lush greenery, pristine beaches, and serene marshlands. Residents enjoy an abundance of outdoor activities, from kayaking and fishing to hiking along scenic trails. The island is also home to several historic sites, including the iconic Penn Center, which played a pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement and continues to celebrate African American heritage through various programs and events.

The real estate options on St. Helena Island are as diverse as its residents. Whether you’re seeking a cozy cottage, a spacious family home, or a luxurious waterfront property, you’ll find something that suits your lifestyle. The island’s close-knit community fosters a welcoming atmosphere, where neighbors become friends and local businesses thrive.

St. Helena Island is conveniently located just a short drive from the charming town of Beaufort, offering easy access to boutique shopping, delectable dining, and cultural attractions. With its blend of tranquility and convenience, St. Helena Island is perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life while still enjoying modern amenities.

Discover the enchanting allure of St. Helena Island, where every day feels like a vacation. Explore your dream home in this idyllic paradise today, and experience the unique lifestyle that awaits you in this captivating coastal community!

Newest Listings in St Helena Island

$1,750,000

HILTONHEAD-513110 MLS

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2111 Sea Island Parkway, St Helena Island

Listing courtesy of NorthGroup Real Estate LLC.

$1,100,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 3,756 SqFt. ⋅ HILTONHEAD-512431 MLS

Discover your Lowcountry paradise at 70 Nathan Pope Rd., a stunning waterfront estate on over 8 acres of lush land in Saint Helena Island. This 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home, boasting 3,576 sq ft, has been meticulously updated for modern living. The gourmet kitchen features high-end appliances and opens to spacious living areas adorned with refinished Australian Cypress hardwood floors. Multiple expansive screened porches and decks invite you to soak in breathtaking east-facing views of the Harbor River and ACE Basin marshlands. A versatile 900 sq ft carriage house, complete with a full suite, kitchen, and laundry, offers endless possibilities for guests or rental income. Beaufort County has confirmed this can be subdivided into 4 parcels. Embrace a lifestyle of relaxation and natural beauty in this sought-after coastal retreat.

70 Nathan Pope Road, St Helena Island

Listing courtesy of I Save Realty.

$249,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1,404 SqFt. ⋅ HILTONHEAD-511843 MLS

Welcomе to 884 Seаѕidе Rοаd! Sіtuаted on a spacіouѕ half-acre lot with no HOA and no restrictions, this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers the freedom to truly make it your own. Whether you're looking for space to park your boat, RV, work trailer or simply enjoy a larger yard, this property provides endless possibilities. Inside, you'll find a comfortable, functional layout with bright living spaces and a welcoming atmosphere. Conveniently located while still offering the privacy and flexibility that's becoming increasingly hard to find, this property is perfect as a primary residence, second home, to investment opportunity. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of the Lowcountry without the limitations of a HOA!

884 Seaside Road, St Helena Island

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate Lowcountry.

$1,995,000

HILTONHEAD-510641 MLS

Some properties are purchased for what they are. Others are acquired for what they make possible. 71 Tropicana Road encompasses approximately 30 acres along the Harbor River on St. Helena Island, offering a scale of waterfront ownership that is seldom available within one of the Lowcountry's most enduring coastal settings. Positioned just 15 minutes from downtown Beaufort and Hunting Island, the property combines river frontage, open acreage, established infrastructure, and long term flexibility within a single holding. The land unfolds across pastures, marsh views, equestrian grounds, and multiple locations suitable for future construction. Throughout the property, the relationship between water, sky, and open space creates a setting that feels connected to the surrounding landscape and shaped by the natural rhythms of the coast. Equestrian improvements already in place provide immediate functionality. An eight stall barn, heated and cooled tack room, wash stalls, secondary three stall barn, paddocks, run in sheds, dressage ring, and round pen support a variety of pursuits while preserving flexibility for future ownership. Infrastructure often requires years to establish. Here, much of that work has already been completed. Three private wells, an existing septic system, approved septic capacity, and multiple potential homesites create a strong foundation for future plans without requiring an owner to begin from the ground up. What distinguishes this offering is not a single feature, but the collection of attributes working together. Harbor River frontage. Meaningful acreage. Existing improvements. Multiple homesites. Equestrian facilities. Development flexibility. Proximity to Beaufort. Each contributes to a property capable of serving many different visions while maintaining a strong sense of place. Whether envisioned as a private estate, family compound, equestrian property, recreational holding, or long term investment, the opportunity extends beyond present use. The land provides both immediate enjoyment and future potential within a region that continues to draw those seeking an authentic connection to the South Carolina coast. For those who evaluate property not only by what exists today, but by what it may represent decades from now, this offers an opportunity to acquire, preserve, and shape a meaningful piece of the Lowcountry's landscape for future generations.

71 Tropicana Road, St Helena Island

Listing courtesy of Maxey Blackstream Christie's International Real Estate.

$2,900,000

HILTONHEAD-504838 MLS

Rooted in the Lowcountry tradition of life on the water, Blackwall Island is a rare private-island offering distinguished by its scale, elevation, accessibility, and remarkable potential. Nearly 20 acres of usable, high-and-dry land rise above the surrounding marsh, providing exceptional elevation and a compelling foundation for residential construction, recreational enjoyment, or the creation of a private family compound.The island offers multiple possibilities for thoughtfully positioned homesites, with opportunities to capture expansive marsh, river, and sunset views while preserving privacy and the property's natural beauty. Current zoning and development possibilities may support a primary residence, guest accommodations, recreational structures, and related improvements, subject to applicable governmental approvals, permitting, and buyer verification. Proposed home and construction plans are forthcoming, offering additional insight into the island's buildability and architectural potential.A commercial-grade deep-water dock provides direct boating access to the Intracoastal Waterway and nearby Atlantic Ocean, placing Beaufort, Charleston, Savannah, and the surrounding Sea Islands within convenient reach. The substantial dock also enhances access for future construction, materials, equipment, and day-to-day transportation between the mainland and island.Mainland parcels at 16 and 42 Cusabo Drive are included in the sale along with community dock access, creating a valuable land-based connection for parking, staging, storage, and seamless dock-to-dock access. Together, the island, deep-water infrastructure, elevated acreage, and mainland access offer the rare ability to balance true seclusion with practical ownership and development considerations.Whether envisioned as an extraordinary private residence, a multigenerational legacy compound, or a recreational coastal retreat, Blackwall Island represents an increasingly rare opportunity defined by usable acreage, deep-water access, privacy, and enduring Lowcountry distinction. Seller financing is available. Buyers should independently verify zoning, permitted uses, acreage, elevation, construction access, building requirements, and all development possibilities.

TBD Blackwall Island, St Helena Island

Listing courtesy of Maxey Blackstream Christie's International Real Estate.

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